Erin's Purpose 5k
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk for a purpose at the Erin's Purpose 5k, supporting teen mental health and suicide prevention with competitive awards.
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Competitive
For a CauseGreat for
- Kids & Youth
Kids & YouthThe annual Erin's Purpose 5k supports a vital mission focused on mental health and suicide prevention for teens. Founded by Terri Neighbors in memory of her daughter, Erin, the organization provides Christian counseling, teen bible studies, and a safe space for gatherings. Participants can join the 5K run or a competitive walk, with awards for top finishers across various age groups and a special award for all kids' race participants. This event offers a meaningful way to contribute to a critical cause while engaging in a community run.
What to expect
- Support a meaningful cause dedicated to teen mental health and suicide prevention.
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
98 5K finishers in 2025. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
29:32
Think middle-of-the-pack, using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 20:02.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 47% women and 53% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2025, this looks like a small field: 98 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 29:32. The quicker front of the field averaged about 20:02. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Bloomfield,, IN
Travel draw
Bloomington,, IN
Travel draw
Worthington,, IN
Close-to-home draw
Bedford,, IN
Travel draw
Columbus,, IN
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Overall observed placement
Top 3 (from finish order in our sample)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2025 | 98 | 29:32 | 30:46 | 20:02 | 17:17 / 21:24 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
The annual running of the Erin's Purpose 5k. Erin’s Purpose was founded in June 2018 by Terri Neighbors after her daughter, Erin, took her life at the age of 13. In August 2020, a house was purchased in Bloomfield where the following services are offered: - Christian Counseling - Teen bible studies - A place for teen gatherings or small groups to meet - Public speaking in schools and other organizations about mental health and suicide prevention.
Awards will be given out for female and male age groups of all ages. Competitive walk awards will be given to overall male and female winner. All participants of the kids race will receive an award. There will also be giveaways at the event.